Lotus Sutra, Lecture No. II-12

Shunryū Suzuki
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May 2, 2026October 1968Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
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The transcript explores complex Buddhist concepts centered on the nature of Buddha in its three forms—dhammakaya, sambhogakaya, and nyingmogakaya—and their relevance to understanding life and practice. It emphasizes the duality and oneness in existence, the importance of practice such as zazen to realize selflessness, and the compassionate qualities embodied by sambhogakaya Buddha. The discussion also touches on historical bodhisattvas and the symbolic significance of Vairochana Buddha as universal light.

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